UK consumers visiting supermarkets less
Although take home grocery sales have risen, data from Kantar has revealed growth in supermarket footfall in the UK has stalled.
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Researchers use plants to enhance baby formula nutrition
Researchers at UC Berkeley and UC Davis have engineered plants to produce human milk sugars, potentially revolutionising infant formula nutrition.
Endangered item being sold in food market in New York
According to researchers from Cornell University, endangered sea cucumbers are being sold in food markets in New York City Chinatown districts.
How much are UK pubs expected to make during the Euros?
Latest research has revealed that Brits are expected to spend more than £2.4 billion on beer alone during the 2024 Euros football tournament.
Recall Roundup: Spotlight on Listeria monocytogenes
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup we highlight food and beverage recalls in the UK and US involving Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Virginia Tech receives grants to advance drone herbicide spraying
Two grants have been awarded to Virginia Tech researchers to support in standardising unmanned aerial systems for herbicide spray applications.
Sainsbury’s cuts 70 percent of plastic in fish and chicken packaging
A UK retailer has shared that it is reducing plastic waste by almost 700 tonnes via introducing pulp trays for its salmon and trout packaging.
Sustainable changes made to Jacob’s Cream Crackers packaging
Working with DS Smith Packaging, Jacob’s Cream Crackers reveals a new design that it claims has 78 percent less plastic per pack.
Radnor Hills appoints new Managing Director
Wales’ largest soft drinks producer, Radnor Hills, has announced leadership changes by appointing a new Managing Director.
Could applying medical nanotech to crops revolutionise farming?
Researchers from the University of California have argued that applying nanotechnology to agriculture may help growers meet increasing global food demands.
Study reveals access to food and water is “decreasing” for US children
Researchers have found that secure access to food and water is decreasing for US children, and highlight the problem is “more severe for children who are Black or Hispanic”.
BoozyBalls Announced as Ecotrophelia UK Winner 2024
A team of students from the University of Surrey, with their product BoozyBalls has won the grand prize at Ecotrophelia UK. Their winning product, Boozyballs impressed the judges with its unique and innovative approach to making alcoholic boba.
Recall Roundup: Exploding cans and allergen labelling
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup we highlight recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
Aldi signs £750 million deal with apple grower
Investing in a Kent-based apple grower, discount retailer Aldi has announced that it has signed a £750 million deal with British company AC Goatham & Son.
Smithfield Foods donates $500,000 to bolster food security this summer
A $500,000 donation has been made to Smithfield Foods to fund SUN Bucks in North Carolina, a new USDA programme.
